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PHOTO RECAP: Provoker and Boan at The Regent

Janky Smooth Central Command March 3, 2022

Two stand out heavyweights of modern post punk have shown audiences new peaks of emotional pleasure and pain through their music. San Francisco’s Provoker and Los Angeles’ Boan put on one hell of a show for their fellow statesmen at The Regent. Formed by Jonathan Lopez to created scores to imaged horror movies, Provoker’s debut album Body Jumper let LA drown in synths and delicious depression. Our city’s goth scene is no stranger to Boan and they brought it too with powerful, retro cascades into emotional landscapes only empaths dare tread. Check out the photos from the show below. Photos by: Pedro Carrera Provoker Boan

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Habibi at Lodge Room

Janky Smooth Central Command March 3, 2022

The original garage/indie/psych band of badass women, Habibi makes their highly-anticipated return to Los Angeles with a banger at Lodge Room this city won’t soon forget. Win this giveaway and you’ll be swept up in a whirlwind of rock ‘n roll feels and garage drip. Low key a grip of ya’ll owe everything to Habibi. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO HABIBI MARCH 5TH AT LODGE ROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK HABIBI Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON MARCH 4TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

The Pharaoh’s Favorite Death Metal Bands: Nile and Incantation at 1720

Rob Shepyer March 2, 2022

Lineup changes, signing to Napalm Records, taking Sanguisugabogg on tour, and combining forces with the almighty Incantation were just a few reasons I had to check out Nile‘s Los Angeles show at 1720. Nile is one of my favorite death metal bands, not just because they’re brutal, crushing and technically awesome, but with their use of Egyptian imagery, I’m able to bite into a more cohesive, fuller vision that harnesses a whole world of brutality beyond death metal–history and mythos. related content: Soulfly And Nile: From The Amazon To The Whiskey A guy dressed as King Tut, touting an Egyptian staff romped around the pit during each band, cursing the mosh pit to higher levels of violence it would’ve never reached otherwise. This made my first viewing of Sanguisugabogg all the more intriguing. What I appreciated most about this band, currently stirring up a bunch of hype in underground circles, was how dirty their sound was. I was just reminiscing the other day on how Chris Barnes era Cannibal Corpse created the superior death metal sound as every instrument added to a more rotten, decayed atmosphere. Sanguisugabogg doesn’t sound rotting as much as they sound filthy and gritty, but that’ll

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Dorian Electra at El Rey

Janky Smooth Central Command March 1, 2022

Neither plague nor war stopped Dorian Electra‘s ascent to stardom and as we enter a new age, Dorian is set to perform two shows at El Rey to usher us into this new world led by their agenda. Hyper pop’s non-binary clown and master of ceremonies will play all their best jams from 2019’s Flamboyant to 2020’s My Agenda. To be up on the next breed of rock star requires you know Dorian Electra’s music on record and live. So we’re giving you the chance to get in the know and see Dorian Electra on March 3rd at El Rey in front of a packed crowd of young, hot people. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO DORIAN ELECTRA MARCH 3RD AT EL REY Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK DORIAN ELECTRA Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON MARCH 2ND AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Homesick 2022: Let the Ceremony Begin Anew at The Glass House

Janky Smooth Central Command February 8, 2022

Homesick Festival returned to the Glass House last Friday night with a killer lineup including headliner Ceremony, Touche Amore, Show Me The Body, and more. Early on in the show the crowd was loosely scattered throughout the 800-capacity space when bands Laughing Matter and The Umbrellas opened the show. The energy picked up immensely with up-and-coming hardcore group Militarie Gun. Lead singer Ian Shelton got the band moving — jumping around on stage to crowd-favorite songs “Ain’t No Flowers” and “Big Disappointment.” The vibe drastically changed as the noisy-electronic Special Interest took the stage with singer Alli Logout getting up close and personal with fans at the barricade. Her brooding and aggressive stage-presence was hypnotic and I really enjoyed their performance even though their sound stood out on an otherwise punk and hardcore lineup. I was most excited to see Show Me The Body, who are known for their sludgy hardcore sound while incorporating elements of hip-hop and the electric banjo. The crowd had finally fully filled in the venue — leading to a huge pit for the final three sets. Their set was electric, but I was especially impressed by bass player Harlan Steed who was absolutely shredding on

The Spits Stain SoCal With Stops at Teragram and Alex’s Bar

Jonathan Reyes February 7, 2022

What was the allure for The Spits to perform at Alex’s Bar last week? Did they have a message? A new album is what they’re performing, But what, if anything, were we giving them; I heard it muffled under the crash of flesh punctuated by cheers and laughter from the web of limbs clambering over each other seeking the sound. What they find inside is their own; I like to watch wild smiles form on their faces. Does the band see it? Do they feel it? I guess I can only wonder, from what I gather, its preservation of legacy not tempted into glorification. The Spits are just doing the damn thing. Related Content: The Spits and Surfbort at Alex’s Bar Opening Bands Shine as OFF! Plays Alex’s Bar 16 Year Anniversary Relentless as their tour schedule has to be. I was not surprised to see them looking so virile as they pushed past the crowd on their way to the stage, onto their part of the court. They came in with considerable brother energy, which as if to set the tempo for the evening was how the vibe was. I was inspired to come closer to the center. I

20 Years of Background Music: American Nightmare at the Fonda

Janky Smooth Central Command January 25, 2022

Words and Photos by: Veronika Reinert To kick off 2022, American Nightmare returned to Los Angeles to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic debut record, Background Music. They brought along supporting up-and-comers from both coasts: Chemical Fix (Philadelphia), and Scowl (Santa Cruz). related content: Midnight Massacre: American Nightmare At The Echoplex American Nightmare’s long-anticipated return to Los Angeles was met with major enthusiasm, albeit sparse attendance. COVID rates had skyrocketed, leaving many laid up on the couch at home or wary of being in large, indoor crowds. Those who did make it to the show were respectful of the venue’s mask requirement, and the venue did offer a large outdoor lounge with the entire show projected onto a 20-ft wall. I’d been seeing Scowl’s name on a lot of big bills over the last several months and was excited to finally see them live. I’d have to wait a little longer though, as their start time kept getting pushed back that night. When the band finally took the stage, singer, Kat Moss, sauntered over to the mic fully glamorized in chic sunglasses and mid-length fur-lined coat. She crooned a slow, melodic introductory song to start the night off, then

Three Nights of Bjork CORNUCOPIA at the Shrine

Rob Shepyer January 12, 2022

It’s been years since the last time I saw Bjork perform in Los Angeles. I’ll never forget it, it was FYF fest 2017, the most stacked lineup this city has seen in years, with Frank Ocean’s last LA performance headlining one night, Nine Inch Nails closing out the fest, but Bjork and Missy Elliot reigning supreme on the opening Friday night festivities. Simply hearing “Joga” live was a life altering musical experience. Bjork’s vocals cut right through to people’s hearts so after two years of living in a covid hellscape, I have no doubt she will make every audience of her upcoming three night stint at the Shrine Auditorium cry their eyes out. related content: FYF Fest 2017 Steals Coachella’s Throne As So-Cal’s Premiere Festival These three Shrine performances won’t simply be Bjork shows, these are CORNUCOPIA shows, some of the avant-garde and inspiring live music you could ever experience, especially if you’re a creative yourself. Fantasy becomes a force for change with visuals co-directed by Bjork and Argentine genius, Lucrecia Marartel and co-creative directed by James Merry. You’ll see images of foreign worlds straight out of the queen’s mind. The visuals are so animated and vibrant they feel like

Take This: Win Two Tickets to LA Witch at Lodge Room

Janky Smooth Central Command January 11, 2022

LA’s baddest coven of witches is going to take over the lodge room for a night of pure magick and garage rock drip. LA Witch will always represent the LA sound, this is essential listening to know the vibe of this city. That’s why we’re giving away two tickets to this power trio. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO L.A. WITCH JANUARY 14TH AT THE LODGE ROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK L.A. WITCH Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON JANUARY 13TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Take This: Win Two to American Nightmare at the Fonda

Janky Smooth Central Command January 10, 2022

One of the most influential and trendsetting modern hardcore bands of all time has got to be Boston’s American Nightmare. These guys have elevated hardcore music to the level of rockstars and they’re coming to the Fonda to pummel you all with the classics and we’re giving away two tickets to the bloodbath. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO AMERICAN NIGHTMARE JANUARY 14TH AT THE FONDA Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK AMERICAN NIGHTMARE Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON JANUARY 12TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Knower at Lodge Room

Janky Smooth Central Command January 5, 2022

Brainfeeder’s Louis Cole is a musical genius whether he’s playing in clown core or his electronic duo, Knower. He’s played the Lodge Room before but this time the band’s insane visual show will bring the house down. You want to be there for this, that’s why we’re giving away a pair of tickets to the show. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO KNOWER JANUARY 8TH AT LODGE ROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK KNOWER Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON JANUARY 7TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Death Valley Girls at Lodge Room

Danny Baraz December 29, 2021

I discovered … and You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead from their Relative Ways EP less than 30 days after the attacks on the World Trade Center and subsequently their first 2 releases on Interscope Records, in a newly, Post 9/11 world. As hard as the Source Tags and Codes album hit me, it was dwarfed by 2005’s Worlds Apart in how close to my heart a record could be. So when Trail of Dead played “Will You Smile Again?” toward the end of their set at the Lodge Room, I had quite the mixed emotional response of crying and headbanging. On top of all this, Death Valley Girls were opening for Trail of Dead on this tour and their 2020 album, Under the Spell of Joy got me through the dystopian days of a post quarantine, pre vaccine landscape. Death Valley Girls Glow in the Dark at The Echo Record Release Party So here I was, at the Lodge Room, about to intersect past trauma and current disillusioned malaise with the magick that helped me through them both. It also happened to be the first time I was seeing Death Valley Girls with a new battery.

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